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Northwestern's President Makes Admissions Decisions
He reviews hundreds of applications a year, including some of those who are children of donors or alumni or people he knows.
Evolving Preferences of Graduate Business Students
Full-time M.B.A. programs may be holding their own; for those seeking to study outside their home country, U.S. is losing ground to western Europe.
New Concerns on International Enrollments
Student numbers in U.S. decline; reports grow on visa delays.
Red Flags for Applicants With Mental Health Issues
If applicants wrote about their mental health, one college gave their applications additional review -- and some were rejected -- even if they were academically eligible for automatic admission.
The Week in Admissions News
Different approach to free college; student-loan debate; another for-profit in crisis.
More Admissions of Guilt and More Details in Admissions Scandal
Three more plead guilty; a mystery about a big-spending family becomes public; Southern Cal tightens rules on admission of athletes. Plus: Slippery Rock stands up to Dr. Phil.
Opinion
Bringing the True Value of Higher Education to the Forefront
To rebuild trust and avoid mismatches in our admissions processes, each college must define its mission, vision and values -- and distinguish them in the eyes of prospective students, Elizabeth Paul argues.
Opinion
Ethical College Admissions: Fairness, Perception, Reality, Relief
Poll results suggest some of the challenges facing admissions leaders, writes Jim Jump.